Description
1971-72 O-Pee-Chee
Marc Tardif #29 Montreal Canadiens EX-MT 6
The Ultimate Power Forward: 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Marc Tardif #29
Own a piece of Montreal Canadiens history with this stunning 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Marc Tardif #29. This second-year card captures Tardif during the peak of the Canadiens' 1970s dynasty, just before he transitioned to become a superstar in the WHA. Featuring the iconic "booklet" design and a bilingual back, this is a must-have for any serious hockey card collector.
Own a piece of Montreal Canadiens history with this stunning 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Marc Tardif #29. This second-year card captures Tardif during the peak of the Canadiens' 1970s dynasty, just before he transitioned to become a superstar in the WHA. Featuring the iconic "booklet" design and a bilingual back, this is a must-have for any serious hockey card collector.
Card History & Player Achievements
Marc Tardif was the epitome of a power forward. Drafted 2nd overall in 1969, he quickly became a vital part of the Canadiens' "French Connection" before winning two Stanley Cups in Montreal (1971, 1973). This 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Marc Tardif #29 card is highly sought after for its vintage appeal and the legendary status Tardif achieved as a multi-time WHA MVP and scoring champion. Unlike the American Topps counterpart, the O-Pee-Chee version is prized for its lower print run and "rough cut" edges, making high-grade examples like this one increasingly rare.
Marc Tardif was the epitome of a power forward. Drafted 2nd overall in 1969, he quickly became a vital part of the Canadiens' "French Connection" before winning two Stanley Cups in Montreal (1971, 1973). This 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Marc Tardif #29 card is highly sought after for its vintage appeal and the legendary status Tardif achieved as a multi-time WHA MVP and scoring champion. Unlike the American Topps counterpart, the O-Pee-Chee version is prized for its lower print run and "rough cut" edges, making high-grade examples like this one increasingly rare.
Condition Report
- Centering: Features strong eye appeal with roughly 65/35 centering side-to-side and 60/40 top-to-bottom.
- Corners: Minimal wear for the era; the bottom-left and top-right corners show very slight touches under magnification, while the others remain remarkably square.
- Edges: Displays the classic O-Pee-Chee "rough cut" deckle edge on the right side, which is a hallmark of authenticity and highly desirable for OPC enthusiasts.
- Surface: The front maintains vibrant green and yellow hues with no visible creases or "spidering."
- Back: The O-Pee-Chee bilingual back is clean, with crisp French and English text and no wax staining or marking.
Grade Estimate
EX-MT 6 (Excellent-Mint)
This card is a very strong candidate for a raw grade of 6. While the centering and minor corner touches prevent a "Near Mint" 7, the lack of surface flaws and the preservation of the O-Pee-Chee rough-cut edges keep it firmly in the collector-grade tier.
This card is a very strong candidate for a raw grade of 6. While the centering and minor corner touches prevent a "Near Mint" 7, the lack of surface flaws and the preservation of the O-Pee-Chee rough-cut edges keep it firmly in the collector-grade tier.
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